2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 3 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 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 209 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro 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 | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |