2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 573 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
