1999 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1589 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | F-250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1772 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 476 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |