2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2011 Lancia Voyager 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 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
