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 194 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 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 1155 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
