2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-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 440 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-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 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 166 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 132 L |