1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 155 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
