2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 515 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Frontier |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |