2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada 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 71 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Strada. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Strada 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:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Strada | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |