2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Tata Safari

To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo GTV 2008 Tata Safari
Make Alfa Romeo Tata
Model GTV Safari
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 135 HP
Torque 271 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1920 kg
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2660 mm


 

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