2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 136 L |
