2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 10 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 155 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
