2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 725 kg more than 2010 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Sedici. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Sorento | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
