2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2007 Dacia Sandero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 39 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero. 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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Punto | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
