2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona 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 (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona. 2006 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 2006 Kia Sedona
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model Spider Sedona
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 257 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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