2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Dodge Caliber were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Caliber |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |