2007 Acura TSX vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TSX | 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | TSX | Spider |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |