2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sportage | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Sportage | Panda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |