2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Spider | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
