2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 159 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
