2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 517 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sorento | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
