2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto.
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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Picanto | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
