1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2002 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 577 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2002 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 155 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
