2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 839 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2005 Kia Rio (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 944 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |