2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 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 98 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 138 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
Model | Spider | Elantra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4486 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |