2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2007 GMC Acadia 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. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Punto | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3030 mm |
