1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 606 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
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, 2002 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
