1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Dodge Avenger
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1997 Dodge Avenger were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1997 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Avenger |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |