2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Freestar | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
