2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
