2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Punto | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
