1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (202 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (282 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Bella | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
