2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. 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 92 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 318 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | E-350 | GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |