2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Spider | Tribute |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |