1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Barchetta | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Barchetta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
