2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 4 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 62 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 945 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
