2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1160 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 2009 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, 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |