2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. 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 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.4 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 | 1480 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |