2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 999 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 (496 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 8C Competizione | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
