2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
