2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-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 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
