2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1465 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 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
