2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
