2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
