1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 166 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
