2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 963 kg more than 2004 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 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| 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 | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
