2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | F-150 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 69 L |
