2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (183 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 689 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford E-250 | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | E-250 | 159 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |