Alfa Romeo Spider 2003 vs BMW Z4 2005

 
Alfa Romeo Spider
2003 - 2005
BMW Z4
2005 - 2006
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.0 Petrol2.0 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 165 HP150 HP
Torque: 206 NM200 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.4 seconds8.2 seconds
Alfa Romeo Spider engine produces 15 HP more power than BMW Z4, whereas torque is 6 NM more than BMW Z4. Despite the higher power, Alfa Romeo Spider reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.27.5
Real fuel consumption: 9.5 l/100km7.4 l/100km
The BMW Z4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Alfa Romeo Spider consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW Z4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Alfa Romeo Spider could require 255 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Alfa Romeo Spider consumes 2.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW Z4.
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres55 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 760 km in combined cycle730 km in combined cycle
730 km with real consumption740 km with real consumption

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Alfa Romeo Spider) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW Z4) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 250'000 km420'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a BMW Z4 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 8 years11 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Alfa Romeo 156, Alfa Romeo GT, Alfa Romeo GTVInstalled on at least 4 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW Z4 might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.30 m4.09 m
Width: 1.78 m1.78 m
Height: 1.32 m1.30 m
Alfa Romeo Spider is 21 cm longer than the BMW Z4, width is practically the same , while the height of Alfa Romeo Spider is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 110 litres240 litres
BMW Z4 has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Alfa Romeo Spider has 130 litres less trunk space than the BMW Z4. This could mean that the Alfa Romeo Spider uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters9.8 meters
The turning circle of the Alfa Romeo Spider is 1.4 metres more than that of the BMW Z4, which means Alfa Romeo Spider can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`665no data
Safety: no data
Quality: no data
average
Average price (€): 60008400
Pros and Cons: Alfa Romeo Spider has
  • timing belt engine
  • more power
  • lower price
BMW Z4 has
  • timing chain engine
  • lower fuel consumption
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
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