2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 9 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Punto | Q3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |