2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | E-350 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
