2002 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 222 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Retona | 159 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
