1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 166 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |