2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 702 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spider | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 117 L |
