2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 395 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.
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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
