2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 679 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 398 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |