1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 142 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GTV | Sportage |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |