2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Volkswagen T5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 665 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 Volkswagen T5 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | T5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |