2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 483 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Punto | Regal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
