1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 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 385 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
