2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 735 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
