1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Bella | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
