1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1721 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
