2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage 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 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Spider | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |