2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 732 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.

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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo GTV 2005 Kia Sedona
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model GTV Sedona
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 296 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 2178 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.3 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.9 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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