1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 675 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |