2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |