2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 147 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |