1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 155 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
