1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1639 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Excursion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2989 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |