2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156

To start off, both 2008 Kia Cerato and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.

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 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato. 2008 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Cerato 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
Make Kia Alfa Romeo
Model Cerato 156
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1970 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 166 km/hour 214 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.1 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1324 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 63 L


 

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