2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 550 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
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, 2010 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Picanto | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |