2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | F-250 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 51 L |
