1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 145 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |