2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 590 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 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |