2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Scenic (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 690 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 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Scenic (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
