2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 28 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |