2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Spider | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |