2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 166. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
