2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 215 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GT | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |