2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. 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 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Brera | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |