1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1998 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1998 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1998 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
