2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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 Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | Viano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |