1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
