2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 59 L |
