2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 995 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | GTV | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |