1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 10 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 155 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
