2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Reno (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 630 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, 2008 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | Reno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |