1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 369 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.

Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alfa Romeo 75 2006 Kia Sedona
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model 75 Sedona
Year Released 1990 2006
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.6 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1674 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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