1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | RZ | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
