2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 274 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 Fiat Punto (180 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
