2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Hummer H3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2008 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hummer |
Model | Spider | H3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |