2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 807 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 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Punto | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
