1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 155 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.8: 1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |