2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Saab 9-7X

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Because 2005 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2005 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo Spider 2005 Saab 9-7X
Make Alfa Romeo Saab
Model Spider 9-7X
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2880 mm


 

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