2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 74 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (163 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 79 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |