2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156

To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Expedition 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
Make Ford Alfa Romeo
Model Expedition 156
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 2492 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 68.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 63 L


 

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