2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 504 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | GTV | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |