1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 438 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 155 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1478 kg |
