1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | E-250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |