2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 656 kg more than 2007 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Sedici | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Sedici | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |