2009 Kia Picanto vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, both 2009 Kia Picanto and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 721 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Picanto | 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Picanto | 159 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 929 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |