2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |