2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Spider | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
