1995 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 960 kg more than 1995 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Punto | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Murano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
