2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
