1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1997 Kia Clarus
To start off, both 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1997 Kia Clarus were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1997 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Clarus weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1997 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 155 | Clarus |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |