2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 274 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 GTV (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
