2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 199 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
