1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 654 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Palio | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |