2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (323 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 102 L |
