2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (164 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |