2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Rondo | 147 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
