2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | MiTo | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |