2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2010 Ford F-150

To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 999 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 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 2010 Ford F-150
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 166 F-150
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2549 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5885 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2004 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1887 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3670 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.3 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.4 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 136 L


 

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