2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 60 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |