1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Intrepid | GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
