1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 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 373 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 155 | Defender |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |