2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |