2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2009 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Spider | Optima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |