2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
Model | 156 | Kalos |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |