2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ranger 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 89 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 441 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
