2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Spider | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
