2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 2001 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2001 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
