2004 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 69 L |
