2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Fiat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Fox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
