2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 3 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Spider | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
