2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 117 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
