2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |