2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cee'd | 166 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
