1998 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 704 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 155 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
