1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 166 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
