2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 768 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 Xterra (209 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
