2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
