2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 755 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.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
