2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 156 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
