2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Optima weights approximately 522 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, 2005 Kia Optima (241 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Optima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
