2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 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 Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |