2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 255 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 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTV | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
