2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 300 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
