1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Escape |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |