2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 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. Both 2007 Ford Ranger and 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 775 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ranger | 155 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
