2004 Acura CL vs. 2004 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2004 Acura CL and 2004 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2004 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | CL | Punto |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |