2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 84 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |