2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 355 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 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Punto | FX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |
