2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ranger | 159 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |