2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 2 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 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1305 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.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2005 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
| Model | Spider | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3410 mm |
