2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |