2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1342 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.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
