2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2009 Lotus Exige were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | GTV | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |