2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1885 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 108 L |
