2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2003 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |