2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. 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 127 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 609 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | Vito |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |