2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sportage | 146 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
