2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 599 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 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari 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 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
