2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2004 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio 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 115 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2004 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 141 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |