2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 24 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.9 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 | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
