2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 329 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 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Spider | Tucson |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |