2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 799 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 57 L |
