2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 583 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Punto 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model Punto Orlando
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 88.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 155 km/hour 193 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.3 seconds 11.6 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1528 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4652 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1633 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2760 mm


 

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