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 2,490 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (81 HP @ 5800 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 390 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 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 | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |