2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 305 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 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 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 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| 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 | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |
