2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 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. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Grande Punto | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
