2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 4 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
