2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Jaguar XJ6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 649 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 Jaguar XJ6 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 2005 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Punto | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
