2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sportage | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |
