2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 295 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Punto 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model Punto Colorado
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.3 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 72 L


 

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