2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 8C Competizione | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |