2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | 156 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
