2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 234 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Astra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |