2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.
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, 2005 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |