2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GTV | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |