2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
