2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 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 167 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 718 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Jazz. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Spider | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 42 L |
