2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Escape | 159 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
