2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 296 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon, 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Sportwagon | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
