2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus 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 14 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2385 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
