2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 5 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2008 Saturn Aura 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. 2008 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Punto | Aura |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |
