1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Punto | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Punto | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |