2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1522 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Excursion | 159 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
