2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
