2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Punto and 2004 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 337 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Kia Optima (245 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Optima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 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 | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
