2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
