2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 8 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Juke |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
