2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 267 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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Forte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
