2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |