2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1643 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Silverado | Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 49 L |
