2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 785 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Punto | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |