2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 923 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 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 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Barchetta | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Barchetta | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |