2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
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 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Mobilio 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GTV | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
