2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Sportage | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
