2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 661 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
