2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 110 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 8.4 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 | 58 L |
