2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 619 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Sorento | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 930 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
