2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 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 65 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 741 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
