2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |