2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Grande Punto | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
