2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Seicento | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
