2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element 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 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |