1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 935 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
