2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | B2500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |