2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Brera | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
