1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2002 Ford Excursion

To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.

Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Alfa Romeo Bella 2002 Ford Excursion
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model Bella Excursion
Year Released 1999 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 5407 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 223 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 2050 mm


 

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