2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Crosswagon | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |