2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GT | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |