2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 173 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 459 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. 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 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo Spider 2005 Toyota Tazz
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Spider Tazz
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1295 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1407 kg 948 kg
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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