2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |