1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 126 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Spider | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |