2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 228 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.
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 Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
