2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
