2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 550 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 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
