2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 156 | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |