2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 65 kg more 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Venza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
