2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | GTV | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
