2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 244 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
