2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 166 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
