1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 7 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 365 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 665 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 155 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
