2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Spider | Accent |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1341 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 14.7 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 | 1690 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
