2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 902 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spider | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
