1996 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Carens |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
