2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 171 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Punto | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |