2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Honda City
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 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda City. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Honda City | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | City |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |