2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
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 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
