2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 5 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 350 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |