1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 85 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 Explorer (330 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
