2005 Fiat Stilo 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 Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Stilo | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2065 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |