2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Spider | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |