2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 471 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | Spider | Musso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |