2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo GT 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 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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 (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
