2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |