1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 7 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1666 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2262 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
