2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 23 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 156 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |