2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 513 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |