2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 61 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 109 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | GTV | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |