2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 651 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Punto 2011 Nissan Maxima
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Punto Maxima
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1617 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1859 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.3 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 76 L


 

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