2007 Peugeot 307 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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. 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 355 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 307 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 307 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
