2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | GTV | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |