2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Nissan Versa 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Spider | Versa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |