1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GTV | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |
