2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |