2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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 2003 Fiat Palio. 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 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |