1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Dardo | Freestyle |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |