2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 554 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |