2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2002 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Spider | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
