2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet S-10 and 2005 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | S-10 | Punto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |