2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GT | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
