2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Kia Sedona

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 771 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo Spider 2005 Kia Sedona
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model Spider Sedona
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 296 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1407 kg 2178 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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