2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. 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 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Spider | Alero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
