2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 2 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 70 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 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Punto | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
