2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1769 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | Punto | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 117 L |
