2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Alfa Romeo 147 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 147 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
