2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |