2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Punto | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
