2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 98 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Spider | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
