1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
