2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1170 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2004 Honda Odyssey 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. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Fiat Punto | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |