2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Citroen C-Crosser were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Citroen C-Crosser 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 Citroen C-Crosser 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 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C-Crosser 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 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
