2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 74 L |
