2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
