2003 Acura CL vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 6 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | CL | 155 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
