1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
