1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (138 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 244 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 155 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1284 kg |
