2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 9 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 199 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Spider | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1669 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
