2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 166 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |