2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |