2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 912 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
