2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
