2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 649 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 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
