1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 262 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTV | Sharan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |