2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 147 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, 2006 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Punto | 45 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 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 | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |