2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1566 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 147 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
