2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 28 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2008 BMW X5 (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 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 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Spider | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 93 L |
