2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1645 mm |
