2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |