2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
