2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 Skoda Octavia (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Spider | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |