2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 619 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Fiat | Xedos |
Model | Punto | 9 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |