2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 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 | 1407 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |