2011 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-350 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 2011 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. 2011 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-350 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | E-350 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2541 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 69 L |
