2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GT | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |