2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
