2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna 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 152 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. 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 2001 Fiat Duna. 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 2001 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna 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:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Duna | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
