2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | GTV | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |