2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 624 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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto. 2005 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Punto | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
