2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Punto | Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
