1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 920 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |
