2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2004 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 366 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, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille 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 | 2004 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Spider | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
