2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1255 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
