2004 Acura TL 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 TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura TL. (324 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
