2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 746 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
