2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Visto would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Visto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
