2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4606 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 | 306 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |