2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |