2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo GT 2005 Peugeot 307
Make Alfa Romeo Peugeot
Model GT 307
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1558 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 17.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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