2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2024 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Excursion (759 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 159 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 5949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |