2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 634 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo GT 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model GT Sorento
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 200 km/hour 171 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 14.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1999 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 10.3 L/100km


 

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