2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cee'd | 159 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
