2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | GT | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 136 L |