2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Ford Escape

To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 228 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape 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 2005 Ford Escape
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 156 Escape
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2302 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 206 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 94 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1478 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 62 L


 

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