2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 7 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 581 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Punto | HHR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
