1999 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 337 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GTV | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1772 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |