2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Optima weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima. 2007 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Optima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
