2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
