2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |