2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
