2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
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 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Spider | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
