2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
