2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Grande Punto | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |