2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
