2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
Model | 156 | Kalos |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |