2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 116 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2008 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. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
