2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Honda FR-V 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | FR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 322 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |