2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Spider | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
