2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
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 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Solara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |