2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue 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 93 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue. 2007 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
Model | Spider | Vue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |