2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2013 Nissan Rogue 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 3,179 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 68 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
