2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 BMW X3 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. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 BMW X3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Spider | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.1 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 | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 67 L |