2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2004 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | 300 | Punto |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |