2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GTV | A7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2914 mm |