2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 500 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan 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. 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |