2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 5 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
