1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 925 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Punto | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
