2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 68.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |