2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
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 (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | RunX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
