2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Excursion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 167 L |