2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Expedition | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
