2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 645 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sportage | Giulietta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
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 | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |