2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1424 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
