2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 762 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 147 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
