2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 96 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
