2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 2009 Kia Picanto were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | Picanto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 929 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |