2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (183 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | E-250 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
