2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
