2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Suzuki Aerio
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 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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 (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
