2010 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Carens | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Carens | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
