2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 177 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 156 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |