2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 648 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 159 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |