2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun

To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 4 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
Make Alfa Romeo Mitsubishi
Model Spider Shogun
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 98.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 105 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 88 L


 

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