2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | Rio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |