2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 1 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 159 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 610 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1323 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |