2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 946 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 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Montero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
