2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 2003 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2003 Kia Sorento
Make Fiat Kia
Model Seicento Sorento
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 2750 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 80 L