2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | T5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |