2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 6 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 351 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva. 2010 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Spider | Captiva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |