2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GTV | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
