2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 519 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
