2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 434 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 156 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |