2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
