2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 39 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 69 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |