2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 7 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 369 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (124 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vaneo | 155 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1898 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
