2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2008 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 844 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2008 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
