2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo GT and 2007 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 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 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage 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 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | GT | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |