2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Kia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Sorento | Brera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |