2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 407 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
