2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
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 GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GT | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |