2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |