2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |