2008 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Carens | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
