2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1241 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 144 L |
