2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |