2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (380 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2005 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
