2002 Hyundai XG vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2002 Hyundai XG 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 332 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XG | 155 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
