2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sorento | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
