2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 98 L |
