2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 358 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Spider | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |