Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 petrol description
Cabrio Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 T.Spark 16V has been produced from June, 2003 to June, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 181 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 180 000 and 300 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 engine oil type is 10W-40 and oil capacity is 4.4 litres.
Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 T.Spark 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 T.Spark 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 T.Spark 16V fuel consumption is 9.2 litres per 100km (10.9 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 - 2006 version, fuel consumption in city - 13.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 T.Spark 16V technical data
| Model: | Alfa Romeo Spider 2.0 T.Spark 16V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2003. June ... 2006. June | ||
| Engine: | 1970 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 220 g/km |
| Power: | 150 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 181 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.2 (combined) 13.3 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.30m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 147 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 1680 kg | ||
Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 T.Spark 16V engine AR32310
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1970 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 91 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 T.Spark 16V oil type | 10W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 quarts) |
| Power | 150 HP ON 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | Alfa Romeo 156 Alfa Romeo 166 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Alfa Romeo Spider cabrio [2003 - 2006] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
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Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 T.Spark 16V
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 9.2 l/100km |
|
Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 2.0 JTS 16V
Jun 2003 — Jan 2005 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 165 HP | 9.2 l/100km |
|
Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 3.2 V6 24V
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 240 HP | 13.2 l/100km |