2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
