2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Ranger |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1773 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |