2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2007 Ford Ranger were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 156 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |