2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 10 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Spider | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |