2006 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Spider. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 2006 Alfa Romeo Spider has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alfa Romeo Spider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 326 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
