2007 Ford Edge vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Edge | 156 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |