2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 895 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento 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 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |