2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 848 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
