2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Sentra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |