2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | MiTo | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |