1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 146 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |