1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 641 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
