2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
