2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | GT | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |