2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 517 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
