2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 332 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RAV4 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
