2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 810 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2895 mm |
