2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Spider | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |