2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (146 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 256 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Caravan. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
