2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 736 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |