2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Kia Amanti were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (260 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Kia Amanti. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Amanti.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 159 (322 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 159 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
