2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
