2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
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 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2007 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | Spider | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |