2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2000 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |