2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
