2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Barchetta | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Barchetta | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |