2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
