2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 500 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Punto | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |