2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
