2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 638 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |