1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 314 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape 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 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
