2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |