1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2007 Ford Escape (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Escape |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |
