2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
