1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 436 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.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 146 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
