2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2004 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Maverick |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |