2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 819 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Grande Punto | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
