2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 346 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2005 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
