2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
