1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 12 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
