2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 839 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 159 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
