2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B

To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
Make Alfa Romeo Mercedes-Benz
Model Spider B
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1699 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 242 km/hour 184 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 11.6 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 1548 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 54 L


 

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