2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 51 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |