2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |