2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Centauri | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
