2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 381 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |