2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Spider | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |