2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Carens (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2001 Kia Carens | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Carens |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |