2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Hyundai Trajet were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 307 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.

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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 2008 Hyundai Trajet
Make Alfa Romeo Hyundai
Model Spider Trajet
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 242 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1852 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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