2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (239 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |