1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2003 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 545 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1585 kg |
