2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 291 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Spider | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |