2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 159 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
