2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
