2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
