2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1169 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |