1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 12 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 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 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
