2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1529 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2939 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
