2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |