1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 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 276 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 155 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1655 kg |
