2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Honda Element
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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 260 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Spider | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |