2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 611 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.
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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Panda | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |