2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 211 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.

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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 2011 Volkswagen Passat
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model Spider Passat
Year Released 2000 2011
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1567 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1516 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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