1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 356 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Venza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |