2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 426 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Spider | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
