2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
