2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Peugeot Partner

To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Peugeot Partner 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 186 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot Partner. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 2008 Peugeot Partner
Make Alfa Romeo Peugeot
Model Spider Partner
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Roadster Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3194 cc 1867 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 240 km/hour 142 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 16.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 60 L


 

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