2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 117 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GT | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |