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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). 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 | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |