2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 848 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2008 GMC Envoy 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. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Spider | Envoy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 101.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 83 L |