2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 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 2,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 156 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |