2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fusion | 166 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 69 L |
