2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 81 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |