1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 524 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | V6 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |