1998 Ford Windstar vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, both 1998 Ford Windstar and 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Ford Windstar. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Windstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Windstar weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Windstar | 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Windstar | 156 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
