2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 5 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 309 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |