2002 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Focus | 155 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
