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 107 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 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 | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |