1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,698 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 857 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 155 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
