2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
