2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | F-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |