2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | 8C Competizione | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 294 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |