2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Punto and 2004 Toyota Mark II were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 625 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 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Mark II. 2004 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2004 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
