2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 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 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |