2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 44 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte 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 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
