2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Mazda Premacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | Premacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |