2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2011 Ford F-250 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 2011 Ford F-250. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 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 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 132 L |
