2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Audi Q7 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7. 2009 Audi Q7 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. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |