2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 808 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
