2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
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 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Spider | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 74 L |
