2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo 156 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model 156 Sorento
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 3340 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 309 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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