2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Crosswagon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
