1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 15 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 966 kg |
