2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Punto | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 96 L |
