2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 237 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
