1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 784 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Murano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |
