2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5.
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 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
