2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |