2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber 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 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 208 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Caliber | 155 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 285 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
