1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Nuvola | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2332 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3023 mm |