2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
