2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 4 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Spider | 408 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |