2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | F-150 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
