2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 953 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
