2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo GT and 2007 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo GT 2007 Porsche Boxster
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model GT Boxster
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3178 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 243 km/hour 253 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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