2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
