1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 11 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 327 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 910 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 155 | Element |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
