2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 3 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 125 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4016 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
