2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 668 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sorento | 166 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
