1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 756 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
