2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Espace (137 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Espace weights approximately 795 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 Renault Espace (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Renault Espace | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Punto | Espace |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |