2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord 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 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
