2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |