2006 Saturn Relay vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 8 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 404 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Relay | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Saturn | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Relay | 155 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
