2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (124 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 225 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 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Punto | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |