2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3260 mm |
