2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Punto and 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 439 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 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
