2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 439 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer. 2002 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
