2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Palio II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio II | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |