2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | RunX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
