2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 352 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.
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, 2002 Pontiac Vibe (175 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2002 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Punto | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
