2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 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 2,434 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 435 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 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2005 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Punto | S40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
