2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
Model | 156 | Kalos |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |