2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 960 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 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Punto | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
