2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo GTV 1999 Toyota Sienna
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model GTV Sienna
Year Released 2008 1999
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 3001 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2910 mm


 

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