2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Kia Towner
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Kia Towner 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 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Towner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1820 mm |
