2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |