2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 85 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (305 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
