2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1457 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
