1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Xedos |
| Model | 155 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
