1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 10 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer 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 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
