2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2005 Kia Rio (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |