2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
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 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Spider | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
