2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2011 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2011 Dodge Journey 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. 2011 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Journey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
