2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota MR2 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 118 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 48 L |
