2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 979 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | E-250 | 147 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
