2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. 2007 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
