2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2004 Isuzu Rodeo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo (250 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (237 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Rodeo weights approximately 296 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Isuzu Rodeo (334 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Isuzu Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Isuzu Rodeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Spider | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
