2010 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Kia Amanti

To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit.

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, 2007 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2007 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Honda Fit 2007 Kia Amanti
Make Honda Kia
Model Fit Amanti
Year Released 2010 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1500 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 117 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 261 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Width 1694 mm 1860 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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