2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager

To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 455 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
Make Alfa Romeo Chrysler
Model Spider Grand Voyager
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 2776 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 94.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 11.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 2060 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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