2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (211 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 316 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.
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 Freestyle (281 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 159 | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |