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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Spider | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |