2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Cee'd | 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cee'd | 147 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
