2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Lincoln MKZ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln MKZ (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKZ 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 49 kg more than 2008 Lincoln MKZ.
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, 2008 Lincoln MKZ (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2008 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | Spider | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |
