2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Dodge Journey were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey. 2009 Dodge Journey 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 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Spider | Journey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |