2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. 2007 Ford Ranger has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Crosswagon | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
